Features

True blue flowers can be difficult to find in nature but Lobelia are true, real blue. This lobelia has better heat tolerance than older varieties.

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Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer

Long Blooming

Deadheading Not Necessary

Attracts:

Birds

Butterflies

Characteristics

Plant Type:

Annual

Height Category:

Short

Garden Height:

6 - 12 Inches

Trails Up To:

24 Inches

Spacing:

6 - 10 Inches

Spread:

12 - 24 Inches

Flower Colors:

Blue

Flower Shade:

Blue-True

Foliage Colors:

Green

Foliage Shade:

Green

Habit:

Mounded

Container Role:

Spiller

Plant Needs

Light Requirement:

Part Sun to Sun

Maintenance Category:

Easy

Bloom Time:

Planting To Frost

Hardiness Zones:

9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b

Water Category:

Average

Needs Good Drainage

Soil Fertility Requirement:

Average Soil

Uses:

Container

Uses:

Landscape

Uses Notes:

Great in both landscapes and containers of all kinds.

Maintenance Notes:

Self cleaning, no deadheading necessary. Laguna does not like "wet feet". Be sure that you do not keep the soil wet. Allow the soil surface to dry before watering again.

These newer types of Lobelia are much more heat tolerant than past plants. They will reliably bloom in warm temperatures unless night temperatures stay in the upper 70's or above. If you experience an extended time period with high night temperatures the plants may flush out of bloom, however, the plants themselves should continue to look good. If the plants do go out of flower using a sharp pair of scissors or pruning shears to give the plants a "haircut" - a slight overall trim - should encourage additional branching. Additional branching will result in increased flower power once the plants begin blooming again after night temperatures fall.

The plants may be trimmed back at anytime if you feel they could use it.

A yearly application of fertilizer or compost on garden beds and regular fertilization of plants in pots will help ensure the best possible performance.

Lucia® lobelias are bred to handle the summer heat better than most, delivering good all-season performance in landscapes, hanging baskets, window boxes, and combination containers. Choose from deep blue or vivid royal purple, self-cleaning selections when you buy.

It was stunning while it bloomed. Then in early summer both my blue and white varieties just started dying a little at a time. So disappointed! Maybe it was too hot and humid for them...? I wish that these plants came with more detailed instructions. The blue is so unusual and beautiful; I might have to try again next Spring, but will call the company for help the minute things start going downhill.

Lily

North Carolina

United States

3 years ago

Unsatisfied Did not survive, inferior performance or did not bloom well - won't grow again.

Pretty color, reliable blooms, looks great in my hanging baskets

Jennifer Winship

British Columbia

Canada

3 years ago

Above Average Superior performance, among my favorites, would recommend to others.

I bought this plant twice this year. I gave one to my sister because it had the name of her daughter Lucia who died at age 6. Unfortunately both hers & my plants died.

SongofSunshine

7 years ago

Unsatisfied Did not survive, inferior performance or did not bloom well - won't grow again.

I live in Prescott Valley, AZ, which is a cooler area than Phoenix. I bought several of these last summer and they all died as rapidly as regular lobelia.

Tammy Kempton

Arizona

United States

8 years ago

Unsatisfied Did not survive, inferior performance or did not bloom well - won't grow again.

This plant is very striking with the blue blooms and never quits blooming. I use it on my north side patio in containers.

Lesleigh Senter

Wisconsin

United States

8 years ago

Outstanding My favorite plant, I recommend to others all the time and explain the reasons why I like it so much.

Love this true blue color..Looks really good in basket or planter..My favorite plant,wish it would last all year long in m my apartment..

AnnaMarie McLaughlin

Pennsylvania

United States

8 years ago

Outstanding My favorite plant, I recommend to others all the time and explain the reasons why I like it so much.

i love it

pat

Iowa

United States

8 years ago

Outstanding My favorite plant, I recommend to others all the time and explain the reasons why I like it so much.

Dies out in the heat.

chris

Wisconsin

United States

8 years ago

Above Average Superior performance, among my favorites, would recommend to others.

this plant is always included in my containers- it's lively and fun

laureen neid

British Columbia

Canada

8 years ago

Above Average Superior performance, among my favorites, would recommend to others.

I absolutely LOVE lobelia! I'm always lookng for blue flowers, and this is true blue, & easy to grow.

Pat

New York

United States

8 years ago

Outstanding My favorite plant, I recommend to others all the time and explain the reasons why I like it so much.